Sartell, MN (January 12, 2026) – Emergency crews responded to a multi-vehicle collision with injuries along northbound Highway 15 at County Road 1 in Le Sauk Township. The crash, which involved four vehicles, occurred at approximately 12:40 p.m. and drew assistance from Sartell Police, Saint Cloud Police, and other local agencies.
According to the Minnesota State Patrol, a GMC Sierra, a Lexus GS, and a Subaru Outback were all traveling northbound when they collided. The impact caused the GMC Sierra to cross the median into the southbound lanes, where it struck a GMC Yukon. The crash resulted in multiple non-life-threatening injuries and temporary traffic disruptions in the area.
Emergency responders assisted those injured in the crash. Patrick Stephen Conrad, 50, of Otsego, and Faith Danielle Bigelow, 37, of Sauk Rapids, were transported to St. Cloud Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. A 13-year-old female passenger in the Yukon also sustained injuries and was taken to the same facility. All individuals were reportedly wearing seat belts, and no alcohol involvement was noted.
Drivers of the Subaru Outback and GMC Sierra, identified as Derek Daniel Rambow, 33, and Joseph Dean Schafer, 43, respectively, were not injured. The road was reported as dry at the time of the crash, and airbags were deployed in several vehicles, though the extent remains under review.
Authorities continue to investigate the sequence of events that led to the collision. Further details may be released as the inquiry progresses.
Our thoughts are with all those injured in this crash, especially the young passenger, and we wish them a full and swift recovery.
